1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
Because 1990 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Laurel | 2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
